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Overview
Louis Pasteur was a microbiology pioneer who proved germ theory, invented pasteurization, and developed the rabies vaccine. Based in Paris, France.
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- Pioneered 3 medical techniques including Pasteurization and Rabies vaccine
- Based at Pasteur Institute in Paris, France
Biography
Louis Pasteur was a French chemist and microbiologist who founded the science of microbiology. He proved germ theory, developed pasteurization, and created vaccines for anthrax and rabies, fundamentally transforming medicine and public health.
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The life and contributions of Louis Pasteur
1862
Disproved spontaneous generation
Swan-neck flask experiments proved microorganisms cause decay
1865
Developed pasteurization
Heat treatment process to kill harmful bacteria in beverages
1881
Anthrax vaccine
Demonstrated successful vaccination of sheep against anthrax at Pouilly-le-Fort
1885
Rabies vaccine
Successfully vaccinated Joseph Meister against rabies
1888
Founded Pasteur Institute
Established the research institute that bears his name
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